Question 1

A controlled state of unconsciousness accompanied by partial or complete loss of protective reflexes is which of the following?&#10;A) Intravenous conscious sedation&#10;B) Nitrous oxide-oxygen analgesia&#10;C) General anesthesia&#10;D) Oral sedation

Accepted Answer

General anesthesia is a controlled state of unconsciousness that includes the loss of protective reflexes, which differentiates it from other forms of sedation and analgesia.

Question 2

Guiding the client through tensing then relaxing the extremities first,adding the facial muscles only if needed,is an example of which of the following behavioral strategies?&#10;A) Deep breathing&#10;B) Guided imagery&#10;C) Progressive relaxation&#10;D) Distraction

Accepted Answer

Progressive relaxation involves tensing and then relaxing muscle groups in a specific sequence, often starting with the extremities and adding other muscle groups as needed. This technique helps reduce physical tension and promote relaxation.

Question 3

A situation in which an older sibling undergoes a dental procedure while his or her younger sibling watches is an example of:&#10;A) Tell-show-do&#10;B) Behavior modeling&#10;C) The CARE approach&#10;D) Behavioral assessment

Accepted Answer

Behavior modeling involves learning through observation of others' behaviors and the subsequent outcomes. In this scenario, the younger sibling learns about the dental procedure and how to behave during it by watching the older sibling, which is a classic example of behavior modeling.

Question 4

A state of sedation induced via the bloodstream is which of the following?&#10;A) Intravenous conscious sedation&#10;B) Nitrous oxide-oxygen analgesia&#10;C) General anesthesia&#10;D) Oral sedation

Accepted Answer

Intravenous conscious sedation involves administering sedative drugs directly into the bloodstream, typically through a vein, to induce a state of sedation. This method allows for rapid onset of sedation and precise control over the sedation level.

Question 5

Having a client &#34;leave&#34; the treatment room for a mental vacation,guided by a person they trust,is an example of which of the following behavioral strategies?&#10;A) Deep breathing&#10;B) Guided imagery&#10;C) Progressive relaxation&#10;D) Distraction

Accepted Answer

Guided imagery involves using mental visualizations to improve mood and relaxation, fitting the description of having a client take a mental vacation guided by someone they trust.

Question 6

Having a client pick out as many items of a particular set as possible on a mounted poster is an example of which of the following behavioral strategies?&#10;A) Deep breathing&#10;B) Guided imagery&#10;C) Progressive relaxation&#10;D) Distraction

Accepted Answer

Having a client pick out items on a mounted poster is an example of a distraction technique. Distraction methods are used to divert a person's attention away from stressors or discomfort, focusing their mind on something neutral or pleasant to reduce anxiety or pain.

Question 7

A phobia is:&#10;A) A behavioral effect&#10;B) A physiologic effect&#10;C) A significant dental fear&#10;D) The point at which an uncomfortable stimulus is perceived

Accepted Answer

The answer of A phobia is:&#10;A) A behavioral effect&#10;B) A...

Question 8

Having the client develop a list of fear-invoking stimuli with the least noxious at the bottom and graduating up to the most painful fear-invoking stimulus is an example of which of the following behavioral strategies?

A) Deep breathing
B) Guided imagery
C) Progressive relaxation
D) Distraction
E) Systematic desensitization

Accepted Answer

This technique is known as systematic desensitization, a behavioral therapy method for reducing fear and anxiety responses, especially in phobia treatment. It involves creating a hierarchy of fear-invoking stimuli and gradually exposing the individual to these fears, starting with the least frightening.

Question 9

Cetacainerinse: A) Is an effective form of analgesia B) Is a fast-acting topical anesthetic C) Is a derivative of diazepam and is used for sedation purposes D) Provides a state of sedation induced via the blood

Accepted Answer

Cetacaine rinse is a fast-acting topical anesthetic used to numb mucous membranes in the mouth and throat. It is not related to diazepam and does not induce sedation via the blood.

Question 10

The point at which an uncomfortable stimulus is perceived as painful is:&#10;A) Pain tolerance&#10;B) Pain threshold&#10;C) A behavioral effect&#10;D) Direct conditioning

Accepted Answer

Pain threshold refers to the point at which a stimulus is perceived as painful. This is the minimum intensity at which a stimulus is recognized as pain.

Deck 37: Behavioral Management of Dental Fear and Anxiety